Because Even Goat Magic Needs a Good Plan

So, you’re thinking about inviting a herd of cheerful, munch-happy goats to tackle your overgrown wilderness? Great choice! Here’s how we make the magic happen — step by step.

Step 1: Fill Out Our Client Info Form

It all begins with a few simple questions. This form helps us get a sense of your land, the location, and any nearby goat hazards (looking at you, busy roads and curious neighborhood dogs). Safety is our first priority — for both goats and humans — so this step is essential.

Step 2: Give the Neighbors a Heads-Up

This one’s optional but highly encouraged. While most folks are thrilled to have goat visitors nearby, it’s always neighborly to let them know. Goats are the talk of the town, after all.

Step 3: 30-Minute Site Visit

We’ll swing by your property to assess the scene. This lets us determine if targeted grazing is the right fit for your goals, and gives you a chance to chat with us about expectations, timelines and what goat glory looks like in real life.

Step 4: Quote by Email

After the visit, you’ll receive a customized quote based on your terrain, vegetation and goat requirements. Think of it as a grazing game plan.

Step 5: Contract Time

If you’re ready to say “yes” to the herd, we’ll send over a contract and a photo/video release form (because these goats are camera-ready). To hold your spot, we require a security deposit and 50% of the quoted total. Once that’s all in, you’re officially on the Goat Schedule™ for the season! Heads-up: Our season fills up quickly, so the sooner you book, the more likely we can fit you in.

Step 6: Prep the Land

Before the goats arrive, you’ll need to remove any dangerous or hazardous materials from the site. We also recommend calling Miss Dig (they usually need 14 days’ notice) to ensure no underground surprises.

Step 7: Countdown to Goat Day

As your goat date approaches, we’ll check in with scheduling details. This is a great time to remind your neighbors that the goats prefer a calm, peaceful work environment — no ATVs, fireworks shows or alien drone invasions, please.

Step 8: Setup Day

Our team arrives to prep the site. We take “before” photos, remove toxic plants, install fencing, solar batteries and all the other safety gear that keeps our herd happy. We kindly ask that all humans stay at least 15 feet away from fencing and that dogs be leashed (6 feet or shorter, non-retractable) at all times — even during setup. Goats are focused professionals, and they don’t appreciate boundary-breakers.

Step 9: Goat Arrival!

Let the grazing begin! Pull up a lawn chair (from 15 feet back), invite the kids and grandkids and watch your new hoofed co-workers dig into their leafy buffet. It’s a West Michigan tradition in the making.

Step 10: Check-Ins & Goat Cams

We don’t just drop the goats off and wave goodbye. We monitor them regularly with in-person check-ins and strategically placed goat cams to make sure everyone is safe, well-fed and on task.

Step 11: The Munch Mission

The goats will happily browse away about 90–95% of the green vegetation, from ground level up to about 6–8 feet high. Results vary based on plant type, weather, stressors and how distracting your neighbor’s disco-themed pool party is. Just a reminder: goats are not beavers. They won’t chew through brown woody stems, mature tree trunks or the laws of nature.

In the event of severe weather, we may temporarily remove the herd to ensure their safety.

Step 12: Time to Say Goodbye

Once the buffet is picked over, it’s time for final photos, fencing breakdown and a fond farewell. At this point, the remaining 50% of the job payment is due.

Step 13: The Aftermath (in a good way)

Over the next few weeks, the landscape will continue to shift — vining plants that were damaged may die off, further reducing the invasive load. It’s like nature is catching up to the goats’ good work.

And that’s it! Thoughtful prep, happy goats, big results.